USER MANUAL updated to software version 2.04.110 R Via Caboto, 9 54036 Marina di Carrara - MS - ITALIA E-mail: info@avmap.
WARRANTY AvMap warrants their GPS receiver and accessories to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product. In the event of a defect, AvMap, at its option, will repair or replace the product with no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor.
Warning!!! A measure of knowledge by the user is required for proper and safe use of the chart plotter. Read the User Manual and the Warranty completely. Use Good Judgement This product is an excellent navigation aid, but it does not replace the need for careful pilotage and good judgement. Never rely solely on one means of naviga-tion. Use Care to Avoid Inaccuracies The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the U.S.
Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 FEATURES 1.1.1 Specifications 1.2 BASIC 1.3 FLYING START 1.3.1 The Moving Map 1.3.2 The Main Menu 1.3.3 Moving Map Functions 1.3.4 Moving Map Icons 1.3.5 Course Predictor 1.3.6 GoTo 1.3.7 Crossed Airspaces Advisor 1.3.8 Database 1.3.9 Battery Compartment and Batteries 10 10 12 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 16 16 16 2 The Basics 2.1 THE KEYBOARD 17 2.2 TURNING THE EKP-IV ON/OFF 18 2.2.1 Turning On 18 2.2.2 Turning Off 19 2.3 CHANGING BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST 19 2.
3.5.5 Default Datafields 3.5.6 Map Orientation 3.5.7 Map Presentation Settings 3.5.8 Automatic Information 3.5.9 Rangerings 3.5.10 Vfr, Airspace, Land, Marine And Other Settings 3.5.10.1 VFR Settings 3.5.10.2 Airspace Settings 3.5.10.3 Land Settings 3.5.10.4 Marine Settings 3.5.10.5 Other Settings 3.5.11 Terrains 3.5.11.1 Terrain “ON” 3.5.11.2 TAWS 3.5.12 Selective Display Settings 3.5.13 POI Settings 4 Navigation & Location 4.1 4.
8 Waypoint & Database 8.1 USER WAYPOINTS – MOVING MAP 8.1.1 Creating User Waypoints – Moving Map 8.1.2 Saving Present Position – Moving Map Methods 8.1.3 Editing User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 8.1.4 Deleting User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 8.2 USER WAYPOINTS – DATABASE METHODS 8.2.1 Creating User Waypoints – Database Methods 8.2.2 Editing User Waypoints – Database Methods 8.2.3 Deleting User Waypoints – Database Methods 8.3 DATABASE 8.3.1 Database Menu 8.3.1.
14.1.4 Military Frequency 14.1.5 Airspaces Level 14.1.6 Nearest Airports 14.1.7 Terrain Legend 14.1.8 Power Save 14.1.8 Layout 14.2 FIX SET-UP 14.2.1 Fix Source 14.2.2 Differential Correction Source 14.2.3 Fix Symbol 14.2.4 Static Navigation 14.2.5 Course Predictor 14.2.6 Head Up Response 14.2.7 Fix Circe Range 14.2.8 GPS Restart Timeout 14.3 ALARM SET-UP 14.3.1 Arrival Alarm Radius 14.3.2 XTE Alarm Range 14.3.3 Waypoint Alarm Radius 14.3.4 TAWS Alarm 14.3.5 Airspace Ahead Alarm 14.3.6 Event Log 14.3.
15.3 DIMENSIONS 15.4 INSERT / CHANGE BATTERIES 15.5 TROUBLESHOOTING 15.5.1 Power 15.5.2 GPS Fix 15.5.3 When Nothing Else Works 15.5.4 Customer Support 15.6 SYSTEM TEST 15.6.1 RAM Menu 15.6.2 C-CARD Menu 15.6.3 Serial Ports Appendix A - Terms Appendix B - MAP DATUM Appendix C - ICAO codes Appendix D - C-MAP Av.
1 Introduction If you have not used a GPS Charting System before and intend to use your EKP-IV for navigating, we suggest that you read this User Manual and make sure you are familiar with its contents. Throughout this User Manual, the keys are shown in capital letters enclosed between single inverted commas, for example ‘MENU’. Menu operations are in bold characters listed by keys sequence with the menu names enclosed between quotes, for example ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
• Auto Zoom • Map Presentation (Aero+Terrestrial, Aeronautical, Marine) • POI Settings • Selective and cycled Display • VFR (Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, Vertical Obstructions, Aero Objects Id, Enroute Communications) • Airspace (Controlled Areas, Restricted Areas, FIR & UIR, MORA) • Land (Roads, Road Labels, Railroads, City Names, Rives and Lakes, Cultural Features, Natural Features, Landmarks, POI Objects) • Marine (Lights, Chart Boundaries, Bathymetric & Soundings, Bathymetric & Soundings Range, De
Physical Characteristics Size • 7.1” x 4,8” x 1,8” (2.3”) Weight • 670 g LCD display • color TFT 7” (16:9) • resolution 800 x 480 pixels Antenna dimensions • 3” diameter, 0.625” height (76.2 mm diameter, 15.9 mm height) (Antenna includes a 5 mt cable) Power consumption • Color 10 Watt, 10–35 Volt DC • Operating Temperature Range 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) Storage Temperature • -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C) Memory • Non volatile with battery back-up Keyboard • Backlighted, silicon rubber 1.
Fig. 1.2 - The EKP-IV Fig. 1.2a - How to insert the Compact Flash 1.3 FLYING START These pages provide a very brief overview of several of the EKP-IV’s important features, the Main Menu, the Moving Map, GoTo flights and locating a Waypoint in the Database. It does not replace the User Manual, which should be read to get the fullest possible use from your EKP-IV. Note The EKP-IV is an aid to navigation. It does not replace paper charts and good judgement.
1.3.1 The Moving Map Before starting, connect the EKP-IV to power and place the antenna with a clear view of the sky. Turn On the unit pressing ‘POWER’. Press ‘ENTER’ to exit from the Warning page and enter the Moving Map mode. The Moving Map is the default state displaying the Moving Map screen and the Data Window. The Data Window contains navigation information boxes (See Chapter 3 for details on Moving Map mode).
1.3.4 Moving Map Icons The following icons are displayed on the Moving Map to represent Waypoints, navigation aids and airports. Fig. 1.3.4 - Moving Map Icons 1.3.5 Course Predictor Indicates the projected position at the set time interval if the current speed and heading are kept. This allows the pilot to correct for wind drift, in real time, right from the moving map. To select course predictor: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “COURSE PREDICTOR” + ‘ENTER’ 1.3.
To deactivate, press ‘GOTO’ and select “DEACTIVATE”. 1.3.7 Crossed Airspaces Advisor > GOTO + “CROSSED AIRSPACES ADVISOR” When this function is enabled, every time a new leg of an active FP is entered, the navigator warns with an alert whether the leg is approaching an airspace among the ones selected in the function sub menu. The message contains the list of the approaching arispaces.
2 The Basics This chapter provides general information about the functions of the keys and entering data (connecting the EKP-IV to power and using the antenna are described in Chapter 15). 2.1 THE KEYBOARD The EKP-IV has 10 keys, which access and control features. Some keys perform different tasks based on the operation mode. A quick key guide is displayed at the bottom of many menus for easy reference.
on the display. There are three Cycle modes and hitting the Cycle Key one to three times activates them. The Cycle Key is defaulted in the Cycle 1 position that normally activates all features to be visible on the display. By hitting the Cycle Key once, Cycle 2 is activated and hitting it a secnd time activates Cycle 3, one last Cycle key activation and the display is back to Cycle 1.
Fig. 2.2.1 - Title page After a few seconds the Warning page is displayed, reminding you that the EKP-IV is an aid to navigation and should be used with appropriate prudence. The electronic charts are not intended to substitute for the official charts. Press ‘ENTER’ to open the Moving Map screen. 2.2.2 Turning Off ‘POWER’ 3 sec.: a countdown timer appears on the screen, if you release the key before the countdown timer reaches zero, the EKP-IV will remain On. 2.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “GENERAL SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “LANGUAGE” + ‘ENTER’ Choose the language you want and press ‘ENTER’ again to confirm. 2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS 2.5.1 Internal/external GPS Source The EKP-IV has an internal GPS Receiver. Be sure the Fix Source is set to Internal GPS to receive data from this internal receiver. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SOURCE” + ‘ENTER’ Choose Internal GPS and press ‘ENTER’ to confirm.
2.5.3 Down Or Up-load Flight Plans & Tracks The EKP-IV can also send and receive Flight Plans from the AvMap Flight Planner or another device compatible with it through the serial port (the USB port is for factory use only). This requires an optional data cable that can be purchased from your avionics dealer or AvMap/Navigation for a proper connection to the device (see following figures). Fig. 2.5.3 - Optional Data Cable Fig. 2.5.3a - directional Communicatons 2.5.3.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ The received Flight Plan is saved in the current Flight Plan. If the current Flight Plan contains data the user should be asked to confirm the action (overwriting the existing Flight Plan) or choose another Flight Plan. 2.5.3.3 Download Track The Download Track function allows you to send Track data from the serial port using the CMAP Proprietary NMEA0183 $PCMPT sentence (see Appendix E): > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
3 The Moving Maps The Moving Map is the default state of the software. This mode displays the Moving Map screen and Data Window. The Moving Map displays map detail in Home, Auto Zoom or Cursor mode. The operation mode will determine the options available within the screen. The Data Window contains the navigation information pertaining to the active flight; these fields can be customized. From the Moving Map screen you can obtain Automatic Info and Full Info for Database objects.
To activate Auto Zoom mode press ‘CLEAR’ in Moving Map. Auto Zoom requires a position fix and an active destination point. If a destination point is not present it works as Home mode. To deactivate Auto Zoom mode press ‘CLEAR’ to enable the cursor at the previous position or press a cursor key to enable the cursor under the current fix position. Instead if you press ‘ZOOM IN’ or ‘ZOOM OUT’ enables the cursor under the current fix position and zooms on the map. 3.
Fig. 3.4 - Cursor/Position Menu 3.4.1 Airspace Information Airspace Info will display information about the airspace within the cursor/position fix. The selected area(s) of airspace queried is highlighted. >‘ENTER’ + “AIRSPACE INFO” + ‘ENTER’ Like Automatic Info the window is opened in the top or bottom part of the screen. One window displays all airspace objects.
cursor key enter the Distance for the line to extend and press ‘ENTER’. To remove a radial, select the object icon or the radial line with the cursor, then: >‘ENTER’ + “PROJECT RADIAL” + ‘ENTER’ A Warning message appears asking if you would like to remove the radial. Press ‘ENTER’ to confirm or ‘CLEAR’ to exit. To remove all radials stored in the EKP-IV (see also Par. 14.9): >‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “CLEAR ALL RADIALS” + ‘ENTER’ 3.4.
>Place the cursor over Waypoint + ‘ENTER’ + “REMOVE WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ A shadow of the icon will remain on the screen until the map is redrawn. 3.4.6 Flight Plan The EKP-IV provides storage for 15 Flight Plans of 100 legs each. From the Moving Map screen you can edit and create Flight Plans using the cursor. The Flight Plan edited or created will be the one that is currently viewed by the software (see Chapter 6).
Fig. 3.5 - Moving Map Menu 3.5.1 Viewed FP This item enables you to select the Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map from the list of stored Flight Plans. The Flight Plan that is “Viewed” can then be edited or activated from the Moving Map display. > ‘MENU’ + “VIEWED FP” + ‘ENTER’ The Flight Plan list will display, using the cursor key, highlight the Flight Plan and press ‘ENTER’.
> ‘MENU’ + “AUTO ZOOM” + “ON”+ ‘ENTER’ The Auto Zoom mode is used to keep the fix position and the destination (Target) visible on the map. The map is scrolled and zoomed automatically to keep the best view possible. 3.5.3 DATA WINDOW MODE The Data Window is displayed on the top of the Moving Map. This window provides navigation information relating to the Flight Plan and GPS data. This screen can be customized to allow you to select the information based on your flying needs.
Fig. 3.5.4 - Setup Data Fields Note The Dest: Wpt Info option requires 3 vertical fields for display; therefore, you can only select this option in a top field on the 3-line display or the top field in the HSI + Fields display. If you attempt to select this item in another filed, the system will beep three times and revert to the previous selection mode. If you have the Dest: Wpt Info displayed and would like to change to three different items, select the top of the Destination Info box.
North-up - will rotate the map automatically to keep North pointing toward the top of the display. During North - up mode the Screen Amplifier is active. Depending on the Heading, the fix icon is placed on one of the 8 positions. For example, if the Heading is 45°, the fix icon is placed on the bottom left part of the screen (see Fig. 3.5.5). This method of icon placement allows for the maximum view ahead of the aircraft at the given direction of travel. The default map orientation is set to TRACK-UP. Fig.
UP mode, in the Fix position for increased Pilot Awareness. 3.5.10 Vfr, Airspace, Land, Marine And Other Settings The following menus enable/disable the display of categories of data. > ‘MENU’ + “VFR/AIRSPACE/LAND/MARINE/OTHER SETTINGS” + ‘ENTER’ 3.5.10.1 VFR Settings The VFR Settings category relates to the aviation features found in the Navdata Compact Flash. Airports: VOR: NDB: Intersections: Vertical Obstructions: Aero Objects Id: Enroute Communications: ON/OFF.
4. The minimum altitude of the leg In the QUICK INFO window, you may get duplicate information about the same airway. This duplicate data refers to two different legs. An example of where this may occur is when you place the CURSOR in the proximity of a User Waypoint or Navigational Aid where the two legs connect.
The shaded elevation map — Terrain Depiction — and associated software features are designed to aid pilots by graphically and numerically displaying the approximate elevation of any location on the map. It is not designed to replace any onboard altitude/elevation instrumentation (i.e. altimeters or other altitude/elevation measuring devices).Terrain Depiction can be displayed in either the Vertical or Horizontal display modes.
twice and select ‘Simulator’ from the Main Menu. Press ENTER, and set to “ON.” Once TAWS has been enabled, the EKP-IV will display a legend in the lower left corner of the display that depicts the TAWS color scheme: Fig. 3.5.11.2- TAWS Please Note When TAWS is enabled, the color scheme is always displayed. The rules for TAWS are divided into two levels: 1. L1=500 ft. agl / M1=1,000 ft. agl / H1=2,000 ft. agl 2. L2=1,000 ft. agl / M2=2,000 ft. agl / H2=3,000 ft.
rules of the OCH: § Red: L1= from < 0 ft. up to 1,000 ft. § Yellow: M1= from 3,000 ft. In the Auto case, the EKP-IV shifts the level of the TAWS depending terrain altitudre. In addition to the TAWS legend in the lower left corner of the screen, all vertical obstructions (i.e. towers, tanks, etc.) will be displayed in the appropriate TAWS color scheme.
program. There are 3 programs available thatthe user can personalize through the 1/2/3 Cycle columns. For each of them it is possible to activate/deactivate any cartographic object. To change the program from the map pages it is necessary to press ‘CYCLE’. 3.5.13 POI Settings This feature is similar to the Selective Display, but refers to the Points of Interest (POI). ‘MENU’ + “ POI SETTINGS...” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 3.5.
4 Navigation & Location The Navigation and Location screen displays a full page of navigation information with location coordinates. To access from the Main Menu: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “NAV/LOCATION” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 4 - Nav/Location screen 4.1 NAVIGATION & LOCATION DATA The Navigation data displayed in this window is based on the current Flight Plan leg or active Waypoint. If no Flight Plan is active, only Ground Speed and Track can be displayed. The CDI is a graphic display of Cross Track Error (XTE).
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ Highlight the destination Waypoint of the desired leg and press ‘GOTO’ to activate that leg of the Flight Plan. Fig. 4.1 - Flight Plan The Location information displayed on the Nav/Location screen includes the destination waypoint, Bearing (BRG), Track (TRK), Estimated Time Enroute (ETE), Distance to waypoint (DST), Ground Speed (GS), Cross Track Error (XTE), LAT/LON coordinates, GPS Altitude, Time to Descent, Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA), and the current time.
5 The HSI Screen The HSI screen presents the desired course to be flown and the current Track in a graphical format similar to the Horizontal Situation Indicator of an aircraft; using the compass rose as the center of the display. From Moving Map: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “HSI SCREEN” + ‘ENTER’ 5.1 HSI DESCRIPTION The HSI calculates user data (current Flight Plan and VNAV calculator data) with GPS data to provide the visual display of the parameters of flight.
5.2.1 Add Mark Under Fix While in HSI mode, it is possible to create a User Mark under the current position fix. From the HSI screen: > ‘MENU’ + “ADD MARK UNDER FIX” + ‘ENTER’ An information box will appear confirming the creation of the User Waypoint and informing of the default name applied by the software; press ‘ENTER’ to accept. To edit this Mark see Par. 8.1.3 and Par. 8.2.2. 5.2.
6 Flight Plan > ‘MENU’ 1 sec + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ The Flight Plan mode allows you to create a Flight Plan with User Points, Temporary Waypoints or Jeppesen object as Waypoints. Flight Plans can be entered on the Moving Map (see Par. 3.5) or in the Flight Plan Menu if all Waypoints are known objects. The EKP-IV can store up to 15 Flight Plans with up to 100 individual legs each. Additional Flight Plans can be stored in the Compact Flash entering File Manager (Database).
want a Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map. In addition, the viewed Flight Plan can be selected from the Moving Map Menu. (See Sec. 3.5.1.) 6.2 CREATING A FLIGHT PLAN FROM THE DATABASE > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ The Flight Plan Menu will open. You will need to select Flight Plan number to view.
> ‘GOTO’ + “ACTIVATE FP” OR “DEACTIVATE FP” + ‘ENTER’ This will activate/deactivate the currently Viewed Flight Plan (See Sec.3.5.1.). Note The current leg of the Active Flight Plan is displayed DASHED. There is the possibility to navigate DIRECT to any FP WP (departure point included). > ‘GOTO’ + “DIRECT TO FP WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ In this case a “D” appears in front of the destination waypoint in the FLIGHT PLAN page.
the FP passes through one or more of the airspaces selected a popup window will appear showing a list of them. The selectabel airspaces are : Class B, Class C, Towers & Control zones, Restricted Areas and Moas & other Suas every one with a switch ON/OFF. Pressing ENTER on “Crossed Airspaces Predictor” label will start the check. 6.8 GoTo FLIGHT PLANS A GoTo Flight Plan is a one leg direct Flight Plan to a specified Database object or cursor position on the Moving Map. 6.8.
Fig. 6.2 - Nearest function with Nearest menu opened The Nearest page will display the identifiers, bearing To and From, Distance and Estimated Time Enroute (ETE). Using the cursor key select the desired object and press ‘GOTO’ to activate a Route to this item. To obtain additional details regarding the object, press ‘ENTER’ and the Database page will appear. To locate the object on the Moving Map without creating a “GoTo” Flight Plan, press and hold ‘GOTO’ for 2 seconds.
7 The Global Positioning System The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a constellation of satellites that orbit the earth twice a day, transmitting precise time and positioning information to anywhere on the globe, 24 hours a day. The system was designed and deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense to provide continuous, worldwide positioning and navigation data to U.S. and allied military forces. GPS broad commercial applications were recognized early in the system’s development, and the U.S.
coordinates, Date, Time, HDOP, VDOP,GS, TRK and ALT on the GPS page. 7.2 GPS RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS • Receiver: • Channels: • Max Solution Update Rate: • Cold Start (avg): • Warm Start (avg): • Hot Start (avg): L1, C/A code, DGPS/WAAS Ready 15 10 sec. < 45 sec. < 40 sec. 8 sec. 7.3 HOW GPS WORKS Each GPS satellite continuously broadcasts two signals: an SPS (Standard Positioning Service) signal for worldwide civilian use and a PPS (Precise Positioning Service) signal for U.S.
the reflections of signals that have bounced off of surrounding objects.) Using DGPS to eliminate the effects of correctable errors requires that the user’s GPS receiver be connected to a compatible differential beacon receiver and be within range of the broadcasting beacon. The differential beacon receiver accepts and demodulates the broadcast corrections, which are then relayed to the GPS receiver.
8 Waypoint & Database The EKP-IV uses three types of Waypoints: Jeppesen Waypoints are contained in the Compact Flash and include Airport, VOR, NDB and Intersection Waypoints. Each of these Waypoints is displayed on the Moving Map by an icon. These Waypoints can be searched in the Database Menu and identified on the Moving Map with Quick Info or Full Info. Each of these Waypoints can be used in a Flight Plan, for the Nearest Search or GoTo functions.
> Place the cursor over the Waypoint + ‘ENTER’ + “EDIT WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ To edit Name field (up to 8 characters): press left/right cursor key to select the character to be changed and then up/down cursor key to scroll to the desired character. Press ‘ENTER’ to accept and to pass to the next field. Repeat the same procedure to change the Coordinates and Icons fields. 8.1.4 Deleting User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods A Waypoint can be deleted only if it is not being used in a Flight Plan.
8.3 DATABASE The Database functions allow the user to search for and display information stored in the data cartridges on Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections and User Waypoints. 8.3.1 Database Menu To access the main Database menu from the Moving Map: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec + “DATABASE” + ‘ENTER’ Options are: Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, POI Objects, User Waypoints and File Manager. A window shows the different categories of Database items within the EKP-IV.
key to scroll to the desired character. Press ‘ENTER’ or ‘CLEAR’ to obtain the full information for the item displayed. From the Database page, pressing GOTO will begin a direct flight to the waypoint. Pressing GOTO for and holding will redraw the moving map centered on the object. 8.3.1.2 Displaying Sunrise and Sunset Information With the Airport selected on the Database page, press ‘PAGE’ to display the Sun/Moon information for the airport.
9 Approach Data Procedures WARNING!!! The EKP-IV is not certified for use as the only navigation device during Instrument Flight Rules as established by the FAA. Instrument approach points displayed in the unit are for information only and do not establish authority for a pilot to fly the IFR approach procedure in actual instrument flying conditions. For IFR flight. The final “Approach Segment & Missed Approach Point” the EKP-IV is to be used strictly as a monitoring instrument only.
To change the desired approach for the airport, if one is selected > ‘MENU’ + ‘MENU’ + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ + “CHANGE APPROACH” - select the approach + ‘ENTER’. This will substitude the previous approach including the waypoints on the moving map for the new approach and add the new waypoints to your flight plan and the moving map. To remove desired approach > ‘MENU’ + ‘MENU’ + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ + “REMOVE APPROACH” + ‘ENTER’. 9.
10 Calculator The Calculator functions assist the user in preflight and in-flight calculations for Vertical Navigation, Wind and Fuel consumption. In addition, clock functions and trip data can be found in this menu. The Calculator uses GPS data and user data for computations. All Calculator functions are based on the active Flight Plan. The active Flight Plan is selected and activated on the Waypoint/Flight Plan menu (see Chapter 6). > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “CALCULATOR” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 10 - Calculator page 10.
continue to calculate in the background of the software, even if you are not on the Calculator screen or do not display the timer data in the data fields window. The system does require a GPS fix to begin the timer, as the calculation of time is based on the GPS data. If the GPS fix is lost during this mode, the timer will display dashes in the right hand column. The time calculation will continue to work in the background. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
Flying Time: Total time when speed is greater than 35 knots. Stopped Time: Total time unit was on with a GPS fix and speed was less than 2 knots. Trip Time: Total time the unit is on regardless of GPS fix. Partial Dist: Total distance since reset. Trip Dist: Total distance traveled since reset. To Reset Partial totals to zero (all fields except trip distance): While on the Trip Computer Page, press ‘ZOOM IN’ + ‘ENTER’ to confirm action.
Fig. 10.4a - Vertical Navigation function Vertical Navigation can be activated (On) only if a Flight Plan is active (destination present). Destination point for Vertical Navigation is the last point of the Route or destination of GoTo mode. Prior to the Descent Point being reached the Distance To Go displays TO, Time To Go to Descent point and Descent Rate from the current position.
Fig. 10.5 - Wind Calculation page The EKP-IV computes wind velocity and direction from the information entered above and from the current Ground Speed,Track and Altitude, which are derived from GPS data. ETE to Waypoint is also based on GPS Ground Speed and Track. Wind information will be recomputed when the heading, air speed, air temperature or Altitude values are edited. Note The wind calculator does not correct for local barometric pressure, which may not be known accurately enroute.
Fig. 10.6 - Fuel Consumption page To set Fuel Consumption parameters use ‘ENTER’ to edit the selected field (a box appears around the active field) and use the cursor key to move between fields. Press ‘CLEAR’ to return to the Calculator Menu. If your current Ground Speed is over 20 Knots, the EKP-IV will display “Actual GS” and will not allow you to edit the value.
11 The Checklists The EKP-IV provides a checklist of standard procedures for Engine Start, Ground Check, Pre-Takeoff, Cruise in Flight and Landing. The Checklists can be customized by inserting and/or deleting aircraft procedures. Hit MENU + MENU + CHECKLISTS + ENTER + ENGINE START (or any other Checklist field) + ENTER. Press “Zoom In” to INSERT a Checklist Item. Using the Toggle Key, move up or down to select the letter desired.
checked upon exit a warning message appears on the screen that states the check-list has not been completed. Press any key to accept. 11.2 GROUND CHECK > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “CHECKLISTS” + ‘ENTER’ + “GROUND CHECK” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ select each item (Brakes/Steer, Props/Mags, Vacuum, Oil Tmp/Press, Fuel Pressure, Carb. Heat, Ammeter, Primer-Locked, Flt Controls, Lights). Press ‘ENTER’ to mark each item after checking is completed.
12 Simulator The built-in Simulator function allows you to become proficient in the use of the EKP-IV before ever taking it into the cockpit. No current position fix is required because the EKP-IV simulates position data internally. The EKP-IV simulates flight in two ways: a straight flight path or following a selected route. The Simulator will display various altitudes during simulation mode. Fix status displayed in the GPS page during this mode is “Simulation”. 12.
All functions of the EKP-IV will work as in normal flight except for Altitude related functions. Nota As stated earlier, in the Simulation mode the EKP-IV retains full functionality. It is recommended that the Simulator be used to experiment with the full range of capabilities contained within the EKP-IV so that you may get the most out of it when used in the cockpit. 12.3 TURNING THE SIMULATOR OFF The Simulator may be turned Off and the EKP-IV returned to normal operation as follows: >‘MENU’ 1 sec.
13 The Communication The Communications Menu contains options that control the GPS data input: >‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 13 - Communications Menu 13.1 NMEA OUTPUT The EKP-IV can be attached to external equipment that accepts GPS data input (seeChapter 15 for wiring). Once attached, the output of NMEA formatted data can be enabledin the following manner: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “NMEA OUTPUT” + ‘ENTER’ + “ON” The default setting is Off.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS UPLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ The Download Waypoint function allows the unit to send the current Waypoints to the USB port using the NMEA0183 $WPL sentence (see Appendix E): >‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS DOWNLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ 13.3 FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD The Upload Flight Plan function allows the unit to receive a Flight Plan from the serial port using the NMEA0183 $WPL and $RTE sentences (see Appendix E): > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
14 The System Set-up Menu The System Setup Menu allows the user to change how the EKP-IV displays information. System Setup options are arranged in sub-menus. For example, all options that relate to the Fix functions are in Fix Setup sub-menu and all options related to time or date are in Date Time Setup. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ Once you are in the System Setup Menu, use the cursor key to highlight the sub-menu desired and press ‘ENTER’ to activate or to proceed to the next selection.
14.1.2 Scale Format Selects the desired setting for display of the map scale in the Data Window field. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “GENERAL SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “SCALE FORMAT” + ‘ENTER’ The selection options are: BAR - the width of the screen is equal to the bar length times the number displayed. LEVEL - a letter associated with C-MAP’s chart cell level is displayed. WIDTH - the width of the screen is displayed. Use the cursor key to select and ‘ENTER’ to accept. The default setting is Bar.
Use the cursor key to select and ‘ENTER’ to accept. The default setting is MIN. 14.1.8 Layout The EKP-IV has the capability to orient the display in the Vertical or Horizontal mode. The Vertical mode is the default in order to use the unit with the attached leg mount. The Horizontal mode can be used when the unit is placed on the panel or using one of the R-A-M mounting options. While in the Moving Map Mode : >’MENU’ 1 sec.
14.2.4 Static Navigation A GPS-receiver can produce speed settings that are minimal when standing still. The Static Navigation sets a threshold for the speed. When the speed received from the positioning device is under 0.89 knots, the EKP-IV displays zero. The default setting is On. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “STATIC NAVIGATION” + ‘ENTER’ 14.2.
After pressing ‘ENTER’ a box will appear with 00.00. Using the cursor key select the number desired and press ‘ENTER’. The default setting is Off (00.00). 14.3.2 XTE Alarm Range Specifies the distance your Cross Track Error (XTE) can vary before the sound of an alarm. To set this alarm: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “ALARM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “XTE ALARM RANGE” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ a box will appear with 00. Using the cursor key select the number desired and press ‘ENTER’.
Use the cursor key to select each category of airspace and turn ON/OFF the alarm for that category. The time interval set above is for all airspace selected as ON. CLASS B, CTA CLASS C, TMA TOWERS, CONTROL ZONES RESTRICTED AREAS MOA AND OTHER SUA on/off on/off on/off on/off on/off 14.3.6 Event Log The Event Log page contains information on Event as Power On, Power Off, GPS Fix Lost, and so on. For each Event, the Event name, Time and Date are shown. To Select the Event LOG page: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “TRACK SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “TRACK RECORDING STEP” + ‘ENTER’ Distance - will store a fix point at the specified interval of distance. Time - will store a fix point at the specified interval of: 5 sec, 30 sec, 1 min. Auto - this allows for the most efficient use of the memory as the software will determine when to store a fix point based on straight and curved flight paths. The default setting is Auto. 14.4.
should be exercised; do not rely on GPS derived altitude. 14.5.4 Depth Unit > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “UNITS SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “DEPTH” + ‘ENTER’ Depth measurements can be displayed in Feet (FT), Fathoms (FM) or Meters (MT). The default setting is Feet. 14.5.5 Fuel Unit Fuel units are used in the Fuel Consumption Calculator. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
DDD MM SS DDD MM.mm DDD MM.mmm UTM, OSGB (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) (Degrees, Minutes - to two decimals) (Degrees, Minutes - to three decimals) The default setting is DDD MM.mm. 14.6 DATE & TIME SET-UP These functions control how the EKP-IV displays time and date settings. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “DATE & TIME SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ 14.6.1 Time Format > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “COLORS SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “DATA WINDOW COLOR” The options are Dark or Light. The default is Dark. 14.8 CLEAR USER DATA Deletes all Flight Plans, Track history and User Waypoints. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “CLEAR USER DATA” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ a window appears; press ‘ENTER’ to confirm deletion, or ‘CLEAR’ to abort function. The message “DONE” will appear confirming the action. 14.
15 Operating Requirements The EKP-IV must be connected to a 10–35 V DC power source and the antenna requires a clear view of the sky in order to operate. Fig. 15 - I/O Connector Note The cable that ends with wires is available as an optional part. Please contact your local C-MAP office for details. 15.1 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY & PLACEMENT The antenna comes with a 5 meter cable with a SMB connector. The antenna is designed for use inside the aircraft.
15.3 DIMENSIONS Fig. 15.
15.4 INSERT / CHANGE BATTERIES Note High capacity NiMh rechargeable batteries are needed.DO NOT use non rechargeable alkaline batteries. The unit provides a ‘trickle’ charge to the batteries when the unit is plugged into external power and powered ON. In case you power the EKP with batteries, you need to recharge them later with external charger. 15.5 TROUBLESHOOTING The following is a brief guide to some of the problems you may experience while using the EKP-IV with common solutions. 15.5.
sky and that the connections have been made properly. If less than four satellites are in use, the GPS receiver may have difficulty receiving a fix. Try repositioning the antenna. A GPS fix requires a minimum of three satellites and a poor Signal Quality on one or more satellites may preclude receiving a position fix. Verify the user setting for Fix Source is listed as Internal GPS: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
Fig. 15.4.4 - About page If it is necessary to return your EKP-IV for repair, you must obtain a return authorization (RA) number from C-MAP Aviation prior to shipping the system. Include with the EKP-IV a description of the problem, your RA number, and your name and address. If your return shipping address is different, please include it. All packages are to be returned postage paid. As we are not responsible for packages in transit, we recommend you purchase insurance and tracking information. 15.
This operation will erase all Marks, Flight Plans, stored Track plots and destinations. It will also return all selections (Input Data Format, selective display etc.) to original default values. 15.6.2 C-CARD Menu To check the Compact Flash and its connector. • Compact Flash Test To test the Compact Flash. There are the following possible situations: 1. If there is a Compact Flash inserted in the slot and there is not a malfunction, the name of the Compact Flash zone and the message “OK” are shown. 2.
Appendix A - Terms This section explains the terms that you may find unfamiliar. ACQUISITION - Occurs when the EKP-IV locates a signal and collects data from a satellite. AIRPORT DATABASE - A series of files of airport positions (described near the geographical center of the airport and as defined by ICAO), with runways, frequencies (with sectors) and services available information. Based on the ARINC 424 - format for Jeppesen’s Database.
DATA WINDOW - Data Window is an information panel representing customized data fields. The layout of these fields depends on the screen mode. DATABASE - A collection of data that can be accessed by the user for airports, VORs, NDBs, Intersections and User Waypoints. DATUM - A method of assigning position coordinates to real-world locations. Based on an underlying ellipsoidal model of the earth and subject to other scientific assumptions. Identified by a unique name, such as WGS84 or NAD27.
any combination of letters and numbers, up to five characters in length. INT - INTERSECTION - A Waypoint defined by any combination of courses or radials between two or more navaids. Enroute and terminal intersections are part of the EKP-IV Database. KTS - KNOTS - One Knot is a unit of speed equal to one Nautical Mile per hour.
SOG - SPEED OVER GROUND - A calculation of the rate of movement over the ground. SPS - STANDARD POSITIONING SERVICE - The civilian-access signal broadcast by the GPS satellites. SQ - SIGNAL QUALITY - An indication of the signal-to-noise ratio of each satellite signal being used. Ranges from 00 (lowest) to 99 (highest). A scale for indicating the strength of the signal and the likelihood of the lock on the signal being lost. TCA - TERMINAL CONTROL AREA - Class B airspace.
Since datums use different ellipsoids and origins, the LAT/LON coordinates of the same position differs from one datum to another. The difference may be slight or great, depending on the datums involved, but will affect the apparent accuracy of the positioning information provided by a GPS receiver. GPS (and all of the EKP-IV cartridges) use the WGS84 datum, which is the model of the earth that is the closest possible average of the planet as a whole. Your chart datum is usually found in the legend.
Fig. C - ICAO Codes for areas included in the database Fig.
ICAO CODE A1 BG BI CF CY DA DB DF DG DI DN DR DT DX EB ED EE EF EG EH EI EK EL EN EP ES ET FA FB FC FD FE FG FH FI FJ FIC FL FM FN FO FP FQ FS FT FV FW FX FZ F1 GA 90 NAME Antarctica (Aus/NZ) Greenland Iceland Miquelon Island/St Pierre Island (Canada) Canada Algeria Benin Burkina Faso Accra/Ghana Ivory Coast Nigeria Niamey/Niger Tunisia Togo Belgium Germany Estonia Finland Shanwick Oceanic/United Kingdom Netherlands Ireland Denmark/Faroe Islands Luxembourg Norway Poland Sweden Germany Bophuthatswana/Ciskei
ICAO CODE GB GC GE GF GG GL GM GO GQ GU GV HA HB HC HE HF HK HL HR HS HT HU K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 LA LB LC LE LF LG LH LI LK LL LM LO LP LQ LR LS LT LX LY LZ NAME Gambia Canary Islands Melilla Sierra Leone Guinea-Bissau Liberia/Roberts Dakhla and Laayoune/Morocco Dakar/Dakar Oceanic/Senegal Mauritania Guinea Republic Cape Verde/Sal Oceanic Ethiopia Burundi Somalia Egypt Djibouti Kenya/Nairobi Libya Rwanda Sudan Tanzania Uganda USA; Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming USA; Arizona, California, Colora
ICAO CODE NAME MB MD MG MH MK MM MN MP MR MS MT MU MW MY MZ NC NF NG NI NL NS NT NV NW NZ OA OB OE OI OJ OK OL OM OO OP OR OS OT P PA PC PG PH PJ PK PL PM PT PW QY RC RJ Caicos Islands/Turks Islands Dominican Republic Guatemala Honduras Jamaica Mexico Nicaragua Panama Costa Rica El Salvador Haiti Cuba Cayman Islands Bahamas Belize Cook Islands Fiji Islands/Tonga Kiribati/Tuvalu (S. Pacific) Niue (S.
ICAO CODE NAME RK RO RP SA SB SC SE SF SG SK SL SM SO SP SU SV SY S1 TA TB TD TF TG TI TJ TK TL TN TQ TR TT TU TV TX UA UB UE UG UH UI UK UL UM UN UO UR US UT UU UW VA VC Korea Japan Philippines Argentina Brazil Chile/Easter Island Ecuador Falkland Island Paraguay Colombia/San Andres Bolivia Suriname French Guiana Peru Uruguay Venezeula Guyana Antarctica (Argentina, Chile) Antigua Barbados Dominica Guadeloupe/Martinique Grenada Virgin Islands Puerto Rico St.
ICAO CODE NAME VD VE VG VH VI VL VM VN VO VQ VR VT VV VY WA WB WI WM WP WR WS YB YD YG YM YN YP YS YY ZB ZG ZH ZK ZL ZM ZP ZS ZU ZW ZY Kampuchea India Bangladesh Hong Kong India Laos Macau Nepal India Bhutan Maldives Thailand Vietnam Myanmar Indonesia Brunei/Malaysia Indonesia Malaysia Indonesia Indonesia Singapore Australia Australia Solomon Islands Australia Nauru (South Pacific) Australia Australia Papua/New Guinea China, Peoples Republic of China, Peoples Republic of China, Peoples Republic of Korea,
airspace. SUB-CONTINENTAL These Compact Flashs combine Jeppesen Navdata and land cartography for those customers traveling outside The Americas to provide users with worldwide coverage. NAVDATA UPDATES AvMap supplies the file including the aeronautical data file. The Jeppesen cycle is released every 28 days. Contact info@avmap.it for more information about availability and payment conditions. Appendix E - C-MAP DATA TRANSFER The bi-directional data port outputs and inputs NMEA Data.
For information about the NMEA format specifications: NMEA National Office P.O. Box 3435 New Bern, NC 28564-3435 (U.S.A.) Telephone: (252) 638-2626 - Fax: (252) 638-4885 E-mail: nmea@coastalnet.com - http://www.nmea.
